- Airports around the world offer different amenities and features.
- Some airports house museums, swimming pools, and gardens.
- Other airports feature ice rinks and yoga rooms.
Although most visits to an airport involve long security lines, frustrating flight delays and huge crowds of people, not every airport experience is the same. Some airports go above and beyond to offer visitors a delightful experience during their time in the terminal.
Here are 10 of the coolest airports around the world.
Munich Airport hosts an annual Christmas and Winter Market complete with an ice rink.
Winter is a great time to visit Germany's Munich Airport because the facility hosts an annual Christmas and Winter Market throughout November and December. The airport becomes a winter wonderland complete with live music, programs for children, over 40 food and retail vendors, and even a large rink for ice skating.
Even if you're not visiting the airport during the holiday season, the airport also has an on-premises brewery called Airbräu that offers brewery tours and beer year-round.
Pamper yourself at Dubai International airport.
Pampering is a priority at Dubai International in the United Arab Emirates, the self-described world's busiest airport. While at the airport you can take laps in a swimming pool; unwind in the jacuzzi, sauna, or steam room; and even take a free shower between flights if you're feeling less than pristine.
Plus, the airport has multiple spa facilities if you're looking for a massage, pedicure, or manicure.
Hamad International Airport has a cool design inspired by water.
Hamad International Airport in Qatar has a unique, aquatic design. According to the airport, they feature this water-based design because the airport is all about "the smooth flow of passengers." The airport's overall structure — which comprises materials sourced from 40 different countries — resembles Arabian Gulf waves.
The Emiri terminal resembles sailboats and the mosque is shaped like a drop of water. You can also experience actual water— for a small entrance fee, you can go for a dip in the airport's temperature-controlled indoor swimming pool or relax in a hydrotherapy tub.
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